Acupuncture and Phytotherapy Applications in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver | Author : Hayriye Alp | Abstract | Full Text | Abstract :Phytotherapy, medicinal and aromatic plants, algae, fungi and lichens, or their extracts, such as gum, balsam and resin, extracts, essential oils, candles, and fixed oils with herbal preparations prepared in various forms (tea, capsule, tablet, syrup, drop, lozenges, sachets, etc.) to be protected from diseases, to treat diseases or to support treatment.
Phytotherapy; It is based on scientific research and clinical studies. Historically, it has been the primary support of doctors in the treatment of diseases.
Objective: We offer here; In addition to the treatment of obesity with acupuncture and phytotherapeutically artichoke (Cynara scolymus L.) and thistle (Silybum marianum (L.) Gaertn.), dandelion (Taraxacum officinale FH Wigg.) using antidepressants for many years, the treatment of obesity with impaired obesity and elevated liver enzymes. It is a case where a positive decrease is achieved in liver enzymes by giving mix extract.
Methods: Yin-tan, Memory, Kid-3, Liv-3, St-36,24,25 in body acupuncture, Shen-men, stomach, larynx, jerome, kidney points were pinned in ear acupuncture.
When patients who apply to the outpatient clinic need phytotherapeutic support, liver enzymes are routinely checked.
Results: The patient lost both weight and liver enzymes.
Conclusions and Recommendations: The biggest disadvantage of these preparations is their uncontrolled and high-dose use. It is most appropriate to give this kind of support treatment by people who are trained and licensed in this regard, especially under the control of a doctor. For this purpose, the Department of Traditional Complementary Medicine provides the development of physicians and pharmacists who have received phytotherapy training. |
| Is Being a Prisoner, Indigenous or Having a Psychiatric Illness an Acceptable Limitation to Treatment Access for Chronic Hepatitis C Infection? | Author : James Elliott | Abstract | Full Text | Abstract :170 million people worldwide are infected with chronic hepatitis c virus (HCV) [1]. There are an estimated 226700 people infected in Australia and it is the most common indication for liver transplantation in this country [2]. Despite this, overall treatment uptake remains low at <2% of patients infected undergoing treatment per year [3]. Rates of admission to hospital with decompensated liver cirrhosis are expected to increase by 190% by 2030 [4]. Cure of chronic HCV infection requires complex treatment regimens for several months. |
| Neuropathy Case Seen After Bariatric Surgery | Author : Hayriye Alp | Abstract | Full Text | Abstract :Peroneal neuropathy is a rare complication after bariatric surgery, but it occurs in 15% of mononeuropathy. The etiology of peroneal neuropathy is multifactorial and is often blamed for these factors due to rapid weight loss and nutritional imbalance. Emine Karaca, 25 years old, female Patient 1 year ago, she had a stomach reduction (obesity surgery) surgery due to her weight of 130 kg. Six months after the operation, it decreased to 60 kg. Meanwhile, numbness in his right foot began to be pain and loss of strength after the operation. In the EMG performed on May 10, 2016, he was diagnosed with Fibulahead entrapment neuropathy-low foot. He was tied to lie in the same position for a long time during the operation.
After this diagnosis, 15% prolotherapy was applied around the peroneal nerve of the fibular head on 11.05.2016. Prolotherapy was applied 2 times with 10 days intervals. L4-5 and L5-S1 segmental neural therapy in the lumbar region and neural therapy around the fibular head of the peroneal nerve and along its trace were applied twice a week. After a total of 2 prolotherapy and 6 neuraltherapy applied in 3 weeks, complete clinical recovery was achieved. This complete recovery was confirmed by EMG. Since electrophysiological findings of denervation occur after 2-3 weeks, it is recommended that EMG examination be performed 3 weeks later. Treatment includes relief of complaints (analgesics and gabapentin), physical therapy applications and support immobilizers. In cases that do not respond to treatment, nerve exploration and relaxation is provided with a surgical approach. Prolotherapy and neural therapy, among complementary medicine modalities, can also be used in peroneal nerve neuropathy. |
| Relation Of Serum Uric Acid Concentrations With Etiology And Severity In Patients With Cirrhosis Of Liver | Author : Rashedul Hasan | Abstract | Full Text | Abstract :Background: Hyperuricemia is now an established factor to cause oxidative stress, insulin resistance and systemic inflammation. So it is likely that hyperuricemia might be involved in hepatic necro-inflammation and destruction which are the common underlying pathophysiology of cirrhosis. On the other hand, as uric acid is the end product of cellular degradation, increased hepatocyte destruction due to any etiology increases the level of serum uric acid which might further aggravate hepatic necro-inflammation, cirrhosis & complications.
Objectives: To assess serum uric acid concentrations in patients of cirrhosis of liver and its relation with cirrhosis of different etiology, disease severity and liver enzymes.
Materials and Methods: This cross sectional observational study was carried out in the Department of Gastroenterology, BSMMU, Bangladesh during the period of September 2015 to October 2016. A total of 220 diagnosed cases of cirrhosis of liver due to any cause from inpatient & outpatient Department of Gastroenterology of Banghabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University were enrolled as the study population. Serum uric acid level was measured in each patient and its relationship with different etiology of cirrhosis, severity of cirrhosis and liver enzymes were assessed.
Results: The mean age was found to be 47.8 ± 14.6 years and male: female ratio was 1.9:1. Majority patients (52.3%) belonged to CTP Class C. The mean (±SD) value of serum uric acid was 6.19 (±3.25mg/dl) and hyperuricemia (>7 mg/dl) was detected in 27.73% patients. Among all etiologies of CLD, the higher mean (±SD) level of serum uric acid was found in NAFLD (19.54 ±2.20 mg/dl). There was positive correlation of serum uric acid with liver enzymes.
Conclusion: Mean serum uric acid level increased gradually as the cirrhotic patients progressed to higher CTP classes & there was positive correlation of serum uric acid with liver enzymes. It requires further large scale multicenter studies with increased sample size & prolong follow-up to establish serum uric acid as a risk factor of CLD. |
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